2017 Ford Transit 2.0L Diesel · CV17 NNJ

High Risk of Severe Rear Suspension and Brake Issues 1. Most Recent MOT Outcome The vehicle's most recent MOT on 2025-09-30 was PASSED, but the history reveals a critical deterioration in the rear suspension and braking system that is not reflected in the current reading. Recurring Mechanical Pattern The recurring mechanical pattern is severe deterioration in the rear suspension components, specifically the ball joints, bushings, and pin/bush wear, which are exacerbated by the thin brake pads. The front suspension rod ball joints also show significant dust cover deterioration, suggesting the same wear cycle is occurring. Trend Analysis The trend looks to be worsening. The 2024-09-23 MOT failure indicates that the worn ball joints and bushings are now causing excessive movement (o/s and n/s), and the pin or bush wear is resulting in excessive movement (o/s and n/s). This confirms that the wear cycle is accelerating in the rear suspension, likely due to the thin brake pads mentioned in the 2024-09-23 record. Mileage Relative to Age The mileage (112,507 miles) is extremely high for a 9-year-old vehicle. While lower mileage can imply lighter use, this specific context suggests the vehicle has been under heavy use for the majority of its life. The high mileage combined with the specific wear patterns (ball joints, bushings, pin/bush) indicates that the wear is not from normal light use but from hard use or accelerated wear due to the worn brake pads, which are a major stressor on the suspension.